My Happy Butterflies

My happy butterflies

Bright yellow wings, scalloped in velvety back, are fluttering 
In the mellow morning air,
Dancing in happy search of nectar on a purple, 
sweet scented clover bud.
Joined by his mate, equally wondersome decorated.
They greet each other in a joyful dance.

“Follow me, I know of a fragrant, red butterfly weed blossom
over here-- come on!”
“Oh yes, I like this! Now come and  taste this gorgeous orange-
 painted Zinnia.”
“Why, thank you, it’s quite good, I like it too!”

A goldfinch is clinging to a swaying milkweed, 
but it does not bother the frolicking couple,
It takes to the air, swooping  further down the colorful meadow,
While my happy Swallowtails found a rain puddle.
“Ah, this is just what we need , a cool drink,”
 they smile.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2007

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Brown Avatar
April 3, 2012 at 6:46 AM
I enjoyed reading your wonderful poetry this morning and I think this poem is one of your best Bridget. Wishing you the best always. Love, Carol
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May 31, 2009 at 12:24 PM
What a beautiful poem, i love butterflies. They are so awesome in flight. I wrote a poem called to be butterflies. I would love to hear your comments on it, regards James
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